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Bishop & Friends

97.1 The Fan
Ohio State Buckeyes
Ohio State Football
Columbus Blue Jackets
Ohio State
Ohio State University
NFL
College Football Playoff
College Football
Cleveland Browns
Ohio State Basketball
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Cleveland Cavaliers
Cincinnati Bengals
Michigan
NCAA
Miami Hurricanes
Big Ten
NHL
NBA
Michigan Football

Beau Bishop takes the art of sports radio and day drinking to a whole new level. Eric Rieser and Ryan Baker join in on the fun. Catch the live experience weekdays from 9am-Noon on 97.1 FM in Columbus, on The Fan App, or at 971thefan.com. The Fan, Ohio's Sports Destination.

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Latest Episodes

Happy Tuesday Edition of the Program!! PK's are a Wild Way to end a game. Wisconsin officially has Jersey Patches. No new Werenski News but the CBJ made it official that Trent Voglehuber is joining Rick Bowness' Staff. Curt Cignetti with a wild state... more

Happy Monday Edition of the Program!! Beau is back from Virginia and boy does he have stories from the weekend. How did we get here with the Columbus Blue Jackets. We discuss every angle and break it all down. LeBron has chosen violence as rumors swi... more

Happy Friday Edition of the Program!! Another All Friends Edition with Joshua Perry in for Beau. Common Mas has a bone to pick with JP. Don Waddell didn't help CBJ fans with their Zach Werenski worries. Ross Bjork spoke on Ohio State Athletics. Chaz ... more

Happy Thursday Edition of the Program!! An All-Friends Edition with Joshua Perry in for Beau. Bruce Thornton gets drafted with the 1st pick of the 2nd Round of the NBA Draft and is off to Houston. Jeremiah Smith is highly rated on the new EA Sports C... more

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Recent Guests

Mike DeCourcy
Senior writer, Sporting News
Sporting News
Episode: Bishop & Friends June, 12, 2026
Shahan Jaraja
National College Football Writer at CBS Sports
CBS Sports
Episode: Bishop & Friends June, 11, 2026
Jeremy Fowler
ESPN Senior NFL Reporter
ESPN
Episode: Bishop & Friends June, 9, 2026
Dave Shudlowsky
Golf Digest, Memorial Magazine historian
Golf Digest
Episode: Bishop & Friends June, 5, 2026
Roger Maltby
Memorial Tournament journalism inductee, first winner
CBS Golf/ Memorial coverage
Episode: Bishop & Friends June, 5, 2026
Andrew Berry
General Manager of the Cleveland Browns
Cleveland Browns
Episode: Bishop & Friends June, 2, 2026
Chris Fiedor
Cleveland Cavaliers beat writer
cleveland.com
Episode: Bishop & Friends June, 1, 2026
Dominic Tiberi
Sports broadcaster
The Fan
Episode: Bishop & Friends June, 1, 2026
Clay Hall
Veteran sports reporter, UA lacrosse legend, Kansas/Ohio focus
WBNS/CBS affiliate
Episode: Bishop & Friends May, 29, 2026

Hosts

Beau Bishop
Host of Bishop & Friends; longtime Ohio sports radio host
Eric Rieser
Co-host/analyst; provides sports analysis and discussion

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 241 ratings
  • Thank You

    Thank you for sticking up for the fans with this Big Noon fiasco. This is the only program that isn’t self serving enough to push noon games down our throat because they want to be done working early on a Saturday.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mackey, Tim
    United Statesa year ago
  • Boring and tedious

    Fallen from grace. It’s now the “listen to one person ramble and occasionally phone his buddies” show. Let your cohosts speak sometimes. Enough about your kids.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Pineconn
    United Statesa year ago
  • This show is just pure state-run media

    The host has a far greater need to be buddies with coaches, administrators, and ex players than he does to give anyone fair and honest analysis.

    The guys at 3pm are idiots, but at least they’re honest…this is nothing more than a gigantic “drinking of bath water through a straw” session

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    MA#123
    United States2 years ago
  • Chops

    Beau is the best, and Rieser is also very good! BUT, like most listeners, I gotta say Chops is beyond horrible, he’s very ill-informed about things, has horrible takes, and obviously grates on Beau’s nerves. He also talks way too much, and he acts like he’s some sophisticated movie reviewer any time they discuss movies or TV shows. If the show was just Beau and Rieser, it would be awesome.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Longtime listener of The Fan
    United States2 years ago
  • New cohost

    Chops is an awful cohost. He’s even worse when Beau goes on vacation. Fire Mark and hire a real 2nd wheel.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    tomda4
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the local Ohio sports focus and chemistry among hosts.
Praise for authentic, “real talk” about college football politics and playoff formats; some critics call out pacing and balance.
Some listeners feel the show leans too heavily on banter at times and could use more in-depth analysis.
Fans enjoy the insider access and guest mix, though opinions on co-hosts vary widely.
The show's community anecdotes and sponsor integration are seen as a strength by many.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Bishop & Friends June, 9, 2026
Q: What is the latest on the Brendan Sorsby injunction and its potential impact on the 2026 season?
The ruling allows Sorsby to play in 2026 with two games missed due to an injunction; the NCAA has filed an accelerated appeal, and conferences are weighing a broader response, including possible self-imposed suspensions. The timeline remains unsettled with further legal proceedings likely extending into the season.
Bishop & Friends May, 28, 2026
Q: What is the Protect College Sports Act trying to accomplish and what are its key provisions?
It proposes an antitrust exemption for the NCAA, limits transfer eligibility to one transfer without penalty, imposes a five-year playing limit, and discusses whether former professional athletes could play in college, among other details; the hosts note practical challenges and legal ambiguity.
Bishop & Friends May, 15, 2026
Q: What is the dominant view on the playoff format being discussed?
The hosts largely lean toward openness to expansion (moving toward a larger playoff), while voicing concerns about diminishing the meaning of the regular season and conference championships; they acknowledge trade-offs and expect continued debate.
Bishop & Friends April, 29, 2026
Q: What did you like about the Browns' draft this year?
Renner highlights the Browns' targeted position picks and added draft capital, suggesting they addressed needs while increasing future options with extra picks. He also notes the quarterback room as a potential long-term project and emphasizes the value of today's depth at tackle and receiver.
Bishop & Friends April, 22, 2026
Q: Which game do you consider the fifth most important on the Buckeye schedule?
The answer varied, with candidates including Oregon, Texas, Indiana, USC, and Iowa, but the consensus leaned toward a mix of out-of-conference tests and rivalry importance, often highlighting Oregon and Texas for their broader implications.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bishop & Friends

What is Bishop & Friends about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A rowdy, locally focused sports talk show featuring a rotating cast of hosts and frequent guests who riff on pro and college athletics with a strong emphasis on Ohio teams. Episodes blend banter, listener interactions, and insider commentary on playoff formats, conference realignment, and fan culture, often weaving in personal anecdotes and sponsor mentions. A standout with this show is its willingness to host national voices alongside deep local knowledge, creating a lively, informal atmosphere that still covers high-level topics like college football governance, media rights, and the business side of sports. Potential listeners should expect a fast-paced mix of analysis, stories from the road, and hot takes that celebrate regional sports ... more

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